As the train from Oxford rolled toward London, Zehra Çataltepe watched the countryside blur past the window. But her mind was on a much longer journey, one that began in a small Turkish town and carried her all the way to the heart of Silicon Valley’s AI revolution.
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From Istanbul to London, Seda Gazioğlu transforms cultural codes, everyday rituals, and lived histories into contemporary works that question power, belief, and belonging.
Biz Bize - Interview
Bizbize: Seda, you grew up in Istanbul and later studied in New York and London. How did your journey…
I Waited 4 Months, I Persevered for 6 A real story of patience — from an internship to a job offer
Hello BizBize,
I want to share my story of landing a job in the UK as an international student on a 2-year Graduate Visa. The reason I’m writing this piece is not only to…
2026 Self Assessment Tax Guide for Turks Living in the United Kingdom
(Pension income from Turkey, rental income, double taxation, lesser-known details)
January means the same thing for everyone living in the United Kingdom: Self Assessment season.
Submitting income declarations to HMRC can be confusing, especially for Turkish citizens who receive income from Turkey.
This guide provides…
January 2026
Hello, happy new year, The hustle of the new year has now given way to the excitement of restructuring. January supports us in this sense. It is a very beautiful time to set our goals, bring them to life, and most importantly, to start again. If you wish, we can talk…
As someone who spent most of her professional life living and working abroad, whether managing teams across Asia or leading a company in Europe or UK, I’ve witnessed the quiet power of diaspora communities. Beyond shared origins or language, these networks embody trust, resilience, and a deep sense of belonging. They don’t just preserve culture;…
HOW ARE YOU RINGING IN THE NEW YEAR?
They say "as you start the year, so it goes." So, shall we say let's enter 2026 healthy, happy, and full of hope?
Every year, December is filled with the joy of New Year's celebrations, endless gatherings, and tables overflowing with food and drink. Usually, everyone…

